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El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location!

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A dining area with a view of the sea, a ceiling fan, and a bowl of fruit on the table.
A poolside area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative fence.
A balcony with a view of the sea and lush greenery.
A spacious patio with a leather sofa and wicker chairs, overlooking a scenic view.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a view of the outdoors through a window, and a wooden wardrobe.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•13 beds

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas
  • Place, Zip Coaster
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom

11 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location!

El Congo is the top floor apartment of a 4 story rental villa called 'Castillo de Amber'. The villa consists of two 2-bedroom apartments and two 1-bedroom apartments, with a shared pool and bbq lounge. El Congo is the the most spacious in the building, with the best views and parking-level entry.

The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms: The master is large, has a king bed, private bathroom, and private balcony. The guest room consists of a single bed and a double bed, as well as an ensuite bathroom. There is also a cozy loft-lounge, where there is a queen sleeper sofa.

The pool is huge, with a decorative fountain, ocean views, and pool bbq area. The bbq area has a sink, BBQ grill and bar area--the perfect place to sit back, have a drink and enjoy the afternoon.

Castillo de Amber is centrally located, just a few minutes walk from several restaurants, spas, bars, a grocery store, bank and even a butterfly and crocodile farm with a small canopy tour. Buses run up and down the mountain every 15 minutes, and taxis are readily available. Nearby restaurants include: El Avion, Agua Azul, Cafe Milagro, Yolo, Emilios and more.

El Congo is ideal for couples, small families, and groups of friends who enjoy a B&B-type setting. The property is frequented by monkeys, iguanas and other animals. The rental includes daily housekeeping, AC, wifi, cable and concierge service.

No pets or support animals are accepted at the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outdoors only.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 670541vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Quepos

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Manuel Antonio, a neighbourhood in Quepos. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Zip Coaster - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Espadilla - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Mountain Top Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playitas Beach - 8 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Papillon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drunken Monkey - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location!?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location! on 21 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,183, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Congo: Fantastic Ocean Views, a Huge Pool, and Central Location! located?

Located in Manuel Antonio, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Zip Coaster and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach. Pará Beach and Mountain Top Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Kent Thompson - Manuel Antonio Rental Properties

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Manuel Antonio Rental Properties specializes in vacation rental homes, villas and condos in beautiful Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. All of our properties have ocean views and a pool!

Why they chose this property

Great location, great views, great wildlife, great staff!

What makes this property unique

Castillo de Amber has a charming, B&B-style feel, with only 4 apartments in a grand setting. Surrounded by rainforest and wildlife (don't feed the monkeys!), it is a haven for nature lovers and explorers.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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